KhojWinner of this head-to-head
Khoj is the better choice for most users based on Lorezi's evaluation of features, performance, ease of use and value. FastGPT can still be a strong alternative for specific use cases.
Head-to-head comparison
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FastGPT vs Khoj.
Compare capability, performance, ease of use, value, pricing and practical fit in one view.
Software AFastGPT
4.48
Software BKhoj
4.51
Current Lorezi pick: Khoj · Khoj is the better choice for most users based on Lorezi's evaluation of features, performance, ease of use and value. FastGPT can still be a ...Open profile →
Decision brief
The comparison in one view.
Start with Lorezi's current pick, then inspect the score, pricing and fit behind it before deciding.
FastGPT
A powerful LLM knowledge base QA system built on top of the LLM API, offering data processing, model orchestration, and workflow orchestration.
Lorezi score4.48/5
CategoryAI Knowledge Base
Starting priceFree
Khoj
An open-source AI personal assistant that searches, chats, and organizes your personal data and documents locally or in the cloud.
Lorezi score4.51/5
CategoryAI Personal Assistant
Starting priceFree
Score matrix
Where each tool wins.
| Dimension | FastGPT | Khoj |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4.48/5 | 4.51/5 |
| Features | 5.0/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Performance | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Ease of use | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value | 4.5/5 | 5.0/5 |
| Starting price | Free | Free |
Score breakdown
See what sits behind the overall score.
The same comparison dimensions are shown consistently across the page. Treat small decimal differences as directional context, then check pricing, fit and limitations before deciding.
FeaturesCapability depth
FastGPT5.0
Khoj4.8
PerformancePractical execution
FastGPT4.3
Khoj4.5
Ease of useWorkflow friction
FastGPT4.0
Khoj3.8
ValuePrice-to-utility
FastGPT4.5
Khoj5.0
Workflow fit
Choose by the job, not the logo.
Best-fit guidance is paired with the practical workflows already attached to each Lorezi software record.
Software AFastGPT
Developers, Businesses, Customer Support Teams, Product Managers, System Integrators
- Apply Knowledge base management in a real workflow
- Apply Visual workflow orchestration in a real workflow
- Connect tools and data across workflows
- Apply Multi-model support in a real workflow
- Automate repetitive work
Software BKhoj
Developers, Researchers, Knowledge Workers, Privacy-conscious users, Obsidian power users
- Apply Local document indexing in a real workflow
- Find and synthesize information for a project
- Apply AI-powered chat interface in a real workflow
- Connect tools and data across workflows
- Apply End-to-end encrypted cloud sync in a real workflow
Capability map
What each product brings to the workflow.
Feature inventories and platform coverage come directly from the connected software profiles.
Capability profileFastGPT
Web
- Knowledge base management
- Visual workflow orchestration
- API integration support
- Multi-model support
- Automated data preprocessing
- Customizable chat interface
- Role-based access control
Capability profileKhoj
WebWindowsmacOSLinuxiOSAndroid
- Local document indexing
- Natural language search
- AI-powered chat interface
- Integration with Obsidian
- Integration with GitHub
- Integration with Notion
- End-to-end encrypted cloud sync
Trade-off lab
Strengths and limitations, side by side.
A useful comparison should expose the reasons to choose a tool and the reasons to hesitate in the same view.
Software AFastGPT
Strengths
- Highly flexible visual workflow builder for complex logic
- Seamless integration with various LLM providers
- Robust knowledge base management with automated chunking
- Open-source nature allows for self-hosted deployments
- Strong API support for embedding into existing products
Limitations
- Steep learning curve for non-technical users
- Requires infrastructure management for self-hosted versions
- Documentation can be sparse for advanced configurations
- Dependency on external LLM API costs
Software BKhoj
Strengths
- Strong focus on user data privacy and local processing
- Seamless integration with popular note-taking tools like Obsidian
- Flexible deployment options ranging from local to cloud
- Open-source transparency allows for community auditing
- Powerful semantic search capabilities across disparate file types
Limitations
- Initial setup can be complex for non-technical users
- Limited native integrations compared to enterprise-grade tools
- Cloud features require a subscription for full functionality
- Performance depends heavily on local hardware specifications
Pricing & access
What it takes to adopt each tool.
Pricing status, free-plan availability and developer ownership are surfaced without hiding unknown vendor data.
Software AFastGPT
Starting priceFree
Pricing modelFreemium
Free planAvailable
DeveloperFastGPT
Cloud Free Edition is ¥0/month with 100 AI credits. Basic is ¥99/month, Advanced ¥599/month, and Custom is sales-led. Self-hosted deployment is a separate model.
Software BKhoj
Starting priceFree
Pricing modelHosted service sunset / Open Source
Free planAvailable
DeveloperKhoj AI
Khoj Cloud was sunset on April 15, 2026. The Khoj project remains fully open source and can still be self-hosted, so the record should no longer be presented as an active hosted subscription service.
Final Lorezi decision
Khoj takes this comparison.
Khoj is the better choice for most users based on Lorezi's evaluation of features, performance, ease of use and value. FastGPT can still be a strong alternative for specific use cases.
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